Transitional Community Support

Over the years, Serendipity has become aware of the gap between leaving
a residential assessment placement
and returning to the community, in particular when moving to a new area and home.

After a successful piloting scheme, Serendipity now offer a four week
transitional period of work with families in order to support them in
returning to the community. The pilot demonstrated the benefits of continued
communication with trusted staff members.

This transitional package consists of transporting the parent home.
This is free of charge within 30 miles of Serendipity with mileage being
charged after this. There is no additional cost for staff time.

If required, Serendipity can also provide a visit home prior to the end
of the placement to ensure the home is ready for the family's return.

After being back in the community for two weeks we will offer one visit
for two hours to the family, to establish whether any issues have arisen and
to help with the resettlement process. This visit can include a urine drug test
if appropriate. Additionally to this we will contact the family via telephone
once a week for four weeks, offering telephone support.

Families can also make contact with the centre until the conclusion
of Care Proceedings.

This package is included in the costing of assessments with the only
additional costs being a mileage charge for over 30 miles.

Serendipity is aware of the strain on professionals in the current climate
and over stretched resources. Therefore, by offering this service, we are able
to support the family (and professionals responsible for decision making)
in the family’s successful resettlement into the community.

Serendipity is a residential family assessment centre located in Exmouth, Devon. We provide independent family assessment services for families who have experienced difficulties providing safe parenting to their children